Here is a report on its performance, compatibility, and best use cases for Ubuntu users. đ§ Linux Compatibility & Setup
is a popular iGPU (integrated graphics processor) found in Intelâs 12th and 13th generation Alder Lake and Raptor Lake desktop CPUs (e.g., Core i5-12400, i5-13400). For Windows users, itâs a plug-and-play affair. For Ubuntu users, the journey can range from âworks out of the boxâ to âwhy is my screen flickering in 4K?â
sudo apt install intel-media-va-driver-non-free
: This often happens on very old Ubuntu versions (like 18.04 or early 20.04). Upgrade to 22.04 or 24.04 to resolve this. Screen Tearing
is an integrated GPU (iGPU) found on 12th-gen Alder Lake desktop processors (e.g., Core i5-12400, i7-12700) and some 13th-gen chips.
Out-of-the-box support with modern kernels. No proprietary drivers needed.